---
title: "Term Contract for Arboreal Management & Tree Surgery Services"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000598310"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NHS LOTHIAN"
published: "2020-02-07"
---

# Term Contract for Arboreal Management & Tree Surgery Services

Buyer: NHS LOTHIAN  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000598310

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## Summary

NHS Lothian is currently engaged in the "Term Contract for Arboreal Management & Tree Surgery Services," which falls under the health industry category. The procurement is at the award stage, with the contract valued at £2.7 million, signed on 7th February 2020. This framework contract covers an initial period of two years, with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months. The services required include tree felling and pruning, removal of hedges and stumps, and other related arboreal management tasks across approximately 150 properties including several main hospital sites in the region of Edinburgh, UK.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specializing in tree surgery and landscaping services, particularly those with capabilities in emergency call-outs and reactive works. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in managing tree health and compliance with health and safety regulations will be well-suited to compete. Given the scale and nature of the projects, businesses involved in horticulture, environmental services, and grounds maintenance are encouraged to explore this contracting opportunity for potential growth.

## Notice

NHS Lothian Estates Department is responsible for the 24/7 planned and reactive maintenance of buildings, plant and equipment across approximately 150 properties including 6 main hospital sites. The department is also involved in minor construction projects, installation of new equipment, upgrading and refurbishment of wards. At times of high demand upon the service, there may be a need to supplement the existing NHSL workforce with Tree Surgery and Arboreal Management & Associated Service contractors.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS Lothian Estates Department is responsible for the 24/7 planned and reactive maintenance of buildings, plant and equipment across approximately 150 properties including 6 main hospital sites. The department is also involved in minor construction projects, installation of new equipment, upgrading and refurbishment of wards. At times of high demand upon the service, there may be a need to supplement the existing NHSL workforce with Arboreal Management and Tree Surgery Service contractors. This is a single Lot tender consisting Arboreal Management and Tree Surgery Services. This Tender is for Term Contract work for smaller single trade projects with a value less than 50K GBP (excluding VAT). The resulting contract will be a ranked Framework Contract covering an initial two year period (2020 to 2022) with an option to extend for a further 12 months to maximum of four years. Examples of works that could be covered by this contract include: Tree Felling & Pruning Remove Hedges, Trees & Stumps Tree Surveys Traffic Management Waste Removal 24/7 365 Standby Service for Emergency Call Outs and Reactive Works. Replanting Trees & Hedges

Renewal: An optional + 12 months, + 12 month extension may apply after the two year.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB380055 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Feb 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Feb 2020 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £152,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £2,700,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS LOTHIAN |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH10 5HF |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Morningside |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South |
| Delivery location | TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian, TLM75 City of Edinburgh, TLM78 West Lothian |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 5 |
| Supplier names | AYRSHIRE TREE SURGEONS; EDINBURGH GARDENERS; LIVING SOLUTIONS; TD TREE & LAND SERVICES; TREE LANDSCAPING SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

### Codes

- 03452000 - Trees
- 77211300 - Tree-clearing services
- 77211400 - Tree-cutting services
- 77211500 - Tree-maintenance services
- 77340000 - Tree pruning and hedge trimming
- 77341000 - Tree pruning

## Release History

- 7 Feb 2020 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB380055
- 20 Sep 2019 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP366841

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP366841
  Term Contract for Arboreal Management & Tree Surgery Services - NHS Lothian Estates Department is responsible for the 24/7 planned and reactive maintenance of buildings, plant and equipment across approximately 150 properties including 6 main hospital sites. The department is also involved in minor construction projects, installation of new equipment, upgrading and refurbishment of wards. At times of high demand upon the service, there may be a need to supplement the existing NHSL workforce with Tree Surgery and Arboreal Management & Associated Service contractors.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB380055
  Term Contract for Arboreal Management & Tree Surgery Services - NHS Lothian Estates Department is responsible for the 24/7 planned and reactive maintenance of buildings, plant and equipment across approximately 150 properties including 6 main hospital sites. The department is also involved in minor construction projects, installation of new equipment, upgrading and refurbishment of wards. At times of high demand upon the service, there may be a need to supplement the existing NHSL workforce with Tree Surgery and Arboreal Management & Associated Service contractors.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000598310
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

## Provenance

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